Viking Bank has been a fixture in the Ballard community for decades. On Thursday, September 9, Viking Bank and AmericanWest Bank announced that after three years of financial struggles, AmericanWest Bank will acquire Viking Bank.
While…MORE
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King County Executive Dow Constantine calls for support of President Obama’s job creation plan
Thu, 09/08/11
Following President Obama's jobs speech, King County Executive Dow Constantine urged support for President Obama’s job creation plan:
“My top priority has been to build prosperity and get people back to work, and President Obama tonight…MORE
AmericanWest Bank to acquire Viking Bank
Thu, 09/08/11
AmericanWest Bank and Viking Bank today announced that Viking Bank will merge with and become a part of AmericanWest Bank creating a larger presence in the Puget Sound region of Washington.
Pursuant to the definitive agreement for the…MORE
Fencing club moves to Ballard, offers Ballardites a chance to fight like Inigo Montoya
Thu, 09/08/11
Fleur de Lys Fencing Club has recently moved to the Loyal Heights Community Center, making Ballard home to one of only two fencing clubs in Seattle.
Started by Ukrainian fencing master Leonid Bencel in 1981, Fleur de Lys fencing club…MORE
Ballard Bridge Painting Update: One Lane Closed Daily through Mid January
Thu, 09/08/11
The contractor painting the Ballard Bridge for the Seattle Department of Transportation is closing the northbound lane of the Ballard Bridge every weekday through the week of December 12 from 6 a.m. to 3 p.m. After that, the contractor will close…MORE
AvalonBay breaks ground on former Sunset Bowl site
Thu, 09/08/11
After years of planning and design review meetings, AvalonBay Communities broke ground on its Ballard project yesterday. A six-story, 265-unit apartment complex will be built on the former Sunset Bowl site, on 14th Avenue NW and NW Market St.…MORE
Military and service professionals get free zoo admission this weekend for Heroes Weekend
Thu, 09/08/11
In remembrance of the 10th anniversary of 9/11 and in honor of those who put themselves at risk in service to their community and country, Woodland Park Zoo extends free admission to all active and retired U.S. military, police, firefighters and…MORE
33rd annual Lake Union Boats Afloat Show drops anchor Wednesday, September 14
Thu, 09/08/11
Seattle’s 33rd annual Lake Union Boats Afloat Show takes place Wednesday, September 14, with more than 180 new and used boats or vessels from 18 to 101 feet on display.
Recognized as West Coast’s largest floating show, the four-day show…MORE
Seaview Boatyard receives Environmental Excellence Award for Leading Environmental Practices
Thu, 09/08/11
Seaview Boatyard, a longtime Ballard business, was recently recognized for its environmental commitment and best practices.
The business was recently awarded with the Environmental Excellence Award for Leading Environmental Practices by…MORE
Weekend events range from sports to 9-11 remembrances
Thu, 09/08/11
This weekend, September 9-11, features many events to be enjoyed outside in Seattle’s wonderful late summer weather. The list of choices for sports fans includes Husky football, Mariners baseball, Sounders soccer and the Iron Girl 5K and 10K Walk…MORE
